Grand Master Collection

JEAN PARISOT DE LA VALETTE (1494-1568). French born Grand Master of the Knights of Malta. Copper engraving, French, early 18th century

Laying the foundation-stone of the new building in connection with Freemasons' Hall, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Laying the foundation-stone of the new building in connection with Freemasons' Hall, Great Queen-street, [London], 1864

Portrait of John Maurice, Prince of Nassau-Siegen (engraving)
3507313 Portrait of John Maurice, Prince of Nassau-Siegen (engraving); (add.info.: Engraved portrait of John Maurice, Prince of Nassau-Siegen (1604-1679)

Installation of the Duke of Newcastle at the Mechanics Hall, Nottingham, as Provincial... 1860. Creator: W Thomas
Installation of the Duke of Newcastle at the Mechanics Hall, Nottingham, as Provincial Grand Master of the Freemasons of Nottinghamshire, 1860

Apotheosis of Antonio Manoel da Vilhena, Grand Master of Malta, between c.1725 and c.1729

The Installation of the Duke of Clarence at Reading as Provisional Grand Master of the Berkshire F Creator: Unknown
The Installation of the Duke of Clarence at Reading as Provisional Grand Master of the Berkshire Freemasons, 1890. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 42

Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes at dusk, Medieval Old Town, Rhodes City, Rhodes Island, Dodecanese, Greece

Defensive Wall and Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes, Medieval Old Town, Rhodes City, Rhodes Island, Dodecanese, Greece

Past Grand Masters of Dakota IOO F, 1890, at Deadwood, SD AE Clough, AENugent, HJ Rowe... 1890. Creator: John C. H
Past Grand Masters of Dakota I.O.O. F. 1890, at Deadwood, S.D. A.E. Clough, A.E.Nugent, H.J. Rowe, Wm. A. Bently, F.W. Miller, F.S. Emeison. A.G. Smith, R.R. Briggs, Zina Richey, H.J. Rice []

The Five Uncles of Freemasonry, 1848 (litho) (b / w photo)
CHT224660 The Five Uncles of Freemasonry, 1848 (litho) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

The Prince of Wales First Installation as Grand Master of the Freemasons, April 28, 1875, (1901). Prince Albert Edward (1841-1910 future King Edward VII, shown seated in the throne on the right)

Grand Master of the Teutonic Order, Order of Brothers of the German House of Saint Mary in Jerusalem
5912812 Grand Master of the Teutonic Order, Order of Brothers of the German House of Saint Mary in Jerusalem, Grand Maitre de l Ordre Teutonique

Installation of Prince Leopold as Grand Master of the Oxfordshire Freemasons in the Sheldonian Theatre
1059160 Installation of Prince Leopold as Grand Master of the Oxfordshire Freemasons in the Sheldonian Theatre, Oxford (engraving) by Durand

Grand Master of the Knights Hospitaller, Order of Malta, Order of Knights of the Hospital of Saint John of Jerusalem
5912806 Grand Master of the Knights Hospitaller, Order of Malta, Order of Knights of the Hospital of Saint John of Jerusalem, Grand Maitre de l Ordre de Malte

Jean Parisot de la Valette, 1910 (engraving)
3784096 Jean Parisot de la Valette, 1910 (engraving); (add.info.: Jean Parisot de la Valette, Grand Master of the Knights of Malta, at the siege of Malta by the Turks in 1565)

Portrait of a Grand Master of the Knights of Malta, Martin de Redin, c. 1660

Freemasonry, Mark Masons Hall prepared for Grand Lodge Meeting (b / w photo)
6013747 Freemasonry, Mark Masons Hall prepared for Grand Lodge Meeting (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Freemasonry)

A Reception by the Sultan at Yildiz Kiosk, Munir Pasha, the Grand Master of Ceremonies, receving the Guests (litho)
1036804 A Reception by the Sultan at Yildiz Kiosk, Munir Pasha, the Grand Master of Ceremonies, receving the Guests (litho) by Hatherell

His Excellency the Earl of Zetland, Lord Lieutenant of Ireland (engraving)
1047150 His Excellency the Earl of Zetland, Lord Lieutenant of Ireland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: His Excellency the Earl of Zetland)

Hermann von Salza, Grand Master of the Teutonic Knights, brings about a reconciliation between Pope Gregory IX
1094415 Hermann von Salza, Grand Master of the Teutonic Knights, brings about a reconciliation between Pope Gregory IX and Emperor Frederick II, 13th Century (chromolitho) by French School

The knight and the Grand Master of the Order (chromolitho)
735737 The knight and the Grand Master of the Order (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The knight and the Grand Master of the Order)

The Right Honourable the Earl of Zetland, Grand Master of the Freemasons of England and Wales (engraving)
1587503 The Right Honourable the Earl of Zetland, Grand Master of the Freemasons of England and Wales (engraving) by English School

The Duchess of Devonshires Historical Costume Ball (litho)
1597664 The Duchess of Devonshires Historical Costume Ball (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Duchess of Devonshires Historical Costume Ball)

The Grand Master investing the Prince of Wales with the Order of St Patrick, in St Patricks Cathedral
1588669 The Grand Master investing the Prince of Wales with the Order of St Patrick, in St Patricks Cathedral, Dublin (engraving) by English School

Grand Master Pinto and Council Receiving the Counts of Montegnacco and di Florio, c
490444 Grand Master Pinto and Council Receiving the Counts of Montegnacco and di Florio, c.1890 (oil on canvas) by Berghinz, E. (19th century); Museum of the Order of St

Assembly of Free Masons for the Initiation of a Master, from
STC88456 Assembly of Free Masons for the Initiation of a Master, from The Ceremonies of Religion and Custom, c.1733 (engraving) by French School

Grand Master Jean d Homedes (oil on canvas)
490486 Grand Master Jean d Homedes (oil on canvas) by Maltese School, (19th century); 78x64 cm; Museum of the Order of St

Baron of Marinville (oil on canvas)
698754 Baron of Marinville (oil on canvas) by Kinson, Francois Josephe (1771-1839); 58x51 cm; BibliothAque Paul-Marmottan, Ville de Boulogne-Billancourt, Academie des Beaux-Arts

Assembly of Free Masons before the Initiation of a Master
STC88454 Assembly of Free Masons before the Initiation of a Master, from The Ceremonies of Religion and Custom c.1733 (engraving) by French School

Triumph of Gnosis, copy of gnostic caskets, engraved by Thierry freres (19th century
CHT287225 Triumph of Gnosis, copy of gnostic caskets, engraved by Thierry freres (19th century) (litho) (b/w photo) by Boilly, Julien Leopold (1796-1874) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Prince Lucien Murat as Grand Master of the Grand Orient de France, c
741510 Prince Lucien Murat as Grand Master of the Grand Orient de France, c.1855 (oil on canvas) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Franc-MaAzonnerie, Paris

Ambassadors of Portugal (the Grand Master of St James and Lawrence Fongasse)
3655254 Ambassadors of Portugal (the Grand Master of St James and Lawrence Fongasse) presented to Richard II by the Duke of Lancaster (engraving) by English School

Installation of the Prince of Wales as Grand Master of the Freemasons of England at the Royal Albert Hall (engraving)
1611873 Installation of the Prince of Wales as Grand Master of the Freemasons of England at the Royal Albert Hall (engraving) by Robinson

The Masonic Installation at the Albert Hall, HRH the Prince of Wales, KG, Grand Master of the United Grand Lodge of
1053542 The Masonic Installation at the Albert Hall, HRH the Prince of Wales, KG, Grand Master of the United Grand Lodge of England (engraving) by English School

HRH the Duke of Connaught, KG, Grand Master of the United Grand Lodge of England (b / w photo)
2810788 HRH the Duke of Connaught, KG, Grand Master of the United Grand Lodge of England (b/w photo) by English photographer

Grand Master Emmanuel de Rohan (oil on canvas)
490498 Grand Master Emmanuel de Rohan (oil on canvas) by Maltese School, (18th century); Museum of the Order of St. John, London

Grand Master Manoel de Vilhena (oil on canvas)
490478 Grand Master Manoel de Vilhena (oil on canvas) by Maltese School, (18th century); 108x60 cm; Museum of the Order of St

Grand Master Raimon de Perellos (oil on canvas)
490477 Grand Master Raimon de Perellos (oil on canvas) by Maltese School, (18th century); Museum of the Order of St. John, London

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"Unveiling the Legacy: Grand Masters of History" Step into the world of grand masters, influential figures who shaped history and left an indelible mark on their respective orders. From Jean Parisot de la Valette, a French-born leader of the Knights of Malta, to Hermann von Salza, who brought about reconciliation between Pope Gregory IX and Emperor Frederick II in the 13th century, these individuals commanded respect and admiration. In this captivating copper engraving from the early 18th century, we witness Jean Parisot de la Valette's noble presence as he assumes his role as Grand Master of the Knights of Malta. The intricate details highlight his authority and dedication to upholding chivalry. Another remarkable figure is captured in a handcoloured woodblock engraving by Jacques Charles Bar. This portrayal showcases the Grand Master of the Teutonic Order, known as Order of Brothers of the German House of Saint Mary in Jerusalem. His regal aura emanates through every stroke. The Sheldonian Theatre in Oxford becomes a stage for Prince Leopold's installation as Grand Master of Oxfordshire Freemasons. This historic moment is immortalized in an exquisite engraving that captures both tradition and brotherhood. Martin de Redin takes center stage with his portrait dating back to c. 1660. As a distinguished Grand Master of the Knights Hospitaller or Order of Malta, he personifies honor and valor through his commanding presence. Freemasonry finds its place within this collection too; Mark Masons Hall prepared meticulously for a grand lodge meeting can be seen in a black-and-white photograph that exudes elegance and reverence for tradition. Moving beyond Europe's borders, Munir Pasha stands tall as he receives guests at Yildiz Kiosk during an enchanting reception hosted by Sultan Abdul Hamid II. Serving as the esteemed Grand Master Ceremonies adds prestige to this lithograph capturing cultural exchange at its finest.